Interpreting the computing curriculum for KS1 and KS2

ICT changed to ‘computing’ in the draft curriculum. Worries about manageability will be causing many primary schools concern. In this article, Simon Houghton suggests the unknown is really the known

4 Apr 2013

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Ode to a Raspberry Pi: viewing today’s ICT provision as ‘digital literacy’

David Allman reflects on the demise and rebirth of computer science in schools

13 Mar 2013

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Information security and new technology: managing risk

Andrew Gallie looks at some of the steps schools can take to manage the risks associated with new technology

6 Mar 2013

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Adapting in an evolving landscape: protecting yourself against the legal pitfalls of social media

It’s crucial for schools to protect themselves against the legal risks of Facebook and Twitter use by staff. Tamsin Wilkinson explains how

14 Feb 2013

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Delivering strong ICT provision: out of the cupboard and into the curriculum

Recent headlines suggest that some ICT equipment in schools remains untouched and money is wasted. We talk to three schools that Ofsted indicate, are using it well

8 Feb 2013

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Are you making the most of your ICT spending?

A new report suggests that schools are falling for the hype behind digital technology products and spending money on equipment that does little to improve learning. David Gordon looks at its findings

4 Dec 2012